Image layout

Abstract

According to one example, there is provided a web layout apparatus to generate a web layout of a set of images to be printed.

Description

BACKGROUND[0001]In web-based printing production environments the production of different size prints for a single client can lead to complex and inefficient workflows. For example, printing production environments are generally configured such that different physical printers are used to produce prints of different sizes on separate webs of substrate. Each printing system typically has its own associated cutting equipment to separate each individual print from each web.[0002]Collating a client's prints from multiple printers requires manual intervention or complex and expensive mechanical substrate handling systems.BRIEF DESCRIPTION[0003]Examples, or embodiments, of the invention will now be described, by way of non-limiting example only, with reference to the accompanying drawings, in which:[0004]FIG. 1 shows an illustrative block diagram of a printing production environment according to one example;[0005]FIG. 2 illustrates one example of a customer order having a number of images...

AI Technical Summary

Benefits of technology

The patent describes a printing production environment and how it can handle different customer orders with different number of images and different print sizes. The method includes a web layout module that can automatically create a layout for the images based on their size and position. The layout includes information about where the images will be printed and how to control the cutting of the sheets. This invention helps to improve the efficiency and accuracy of printing production.

Problems solved by technology

In web-based printing production environments the production of different size prints for a single client can lead to complex and inefficient workflows.

Collating a client's prints from multiple printers requires manual intervention or complex and expensive mechanical substrate handling systems.

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